Second man charged over double fatal house fire in Eastbourne

Officers said it follows the tragic incident in Croxden Way, just before 1am on Tuesday July 10, 2018, in which Gina Ingles, 34, and her son Milo Ingles-Bailey, four, died, and Gina’s partner Toby Jarrett was seriously injured.

Police said John Tabakis, 30, from Hastings, was arrested in connection with the investigation on January 15 and released on conditional bail.

According to police, he has since been charged with perverting the course of justice and remanded in custody to appear before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Thursday August 20.

Police said Andrew Milne, 42, from, Hastings, also remains remanded in custody, charged with two counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

Officers said he is next scheduled to appear before Lewes Crown Court on August 28.

A 28-year-old woman from Hastings, arrested on suspicion of committing an act or series of acts with intent to pervert the course of justice, remains released under investigation, pending further enquiries, according to police.

Sussex Police said anyone with information about the investigation is urged to report it online or call 101, quoting Operation Druffield.

Members of the public can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Man charged with murder after Eastbourne fire which killed mum and son

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